Badlands Big Sticks Full-Time Internships

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1 Badlands Big Sticks Full-Time Internships While the following internship descriptions will be the main focus of each position, interns will have the opportunity to rotate through the different departments in order to gain a well-rounded sport management experience. General Internship Information: Internship will run from mid-may to mid-august 2018 (flexible with school schedules) Interns will be paid a stipend for the summer Free housing in the Dickinson area can be provided Preference given to current college students pursuing internship for academic credit Attendance required at all 32 Dickinson home games and special events as needed Additional office hours will be required on non-game days as needed Required to maintain challenging schedule, up to 60+ hours per week at times during homestands All interns will be required to help out in all areas of team operations as needed, and please specify which internship position you are interested in

2 Ticketing Intern 1 position available Game day responsibilities Manage box office and part-time ticketing staff Administer will-call and keep pre-printed tickets organized for pick-up Produce nightly attendance count for promotional use Prepare and inventory party deck wristbands for each game Assist in all pre-game set-up and post-game clean up operations as needed General responsibilities Fill ticket orders for single games, season tickets, group tickets, and party deck reservations via phone, , or in person Must become proficient with online ticketing system and equipment Must become knowledgeable about all ticket prices, packages, and promotions Maintain box office organization in order to fill orders efficiently Compile ticket sales reports for use by management Communicate with concessions personnel on estimated attendance, including party deck numbers for planning purposes Help deliver tickets to season ticket holders and corporate sponsors throughout the Dickinson area Help generate new and creative ideas for sales and promotions Skills & Experience required Excellent communication and customer service skills required Excellent time management and organizational skills required Previous ticketing experience a plus

3 Marketing & Promotions Intern 1 position available Game-Day Responsibilities Serve as in-game host while conducting promotions on field and in the stands Assist with coordinating aspects of promotional schedule including giveaways and theme nights Assist with coordinating pre-game on-field activities including national anthem, local little league team, ceremonial first pitch, play ball kid Assist with writing game script for use by PA announcer and in-game promotions Make sure all props and promotional supplies are ready for each game and properly stored after each game Assist in all pre-game set-up and post-game clean up operations as needed Continually brainstorm new and exciting in-game promotions corresponding with promotional schedule and theme nights Assist in making sure sponsored promotions are meeting the needs of their contract Attend mascot and player appearances in the community Assist in managing team social media accounts Engaging and outgoing personality when recruiting participants for in-game promotions and during community appearances Comfortable speaking in front of large crowds on microphone Excellent communication skills while interacting with fans and coordinating promotions with PA announcer Excellent time management and organizational skills required

4 Concession Operations Intern 2 positions available Game Day Responsibilities Manage set up of all concession and party deck areas Assist with concessions food prep Supervise service of party deck areas and assist in running food between concession stands and party deck areas during game Set-up post-game meal for players in party deck area after game Manage tear-down and clean-up of all concession and party deck areas Monitor food and beverage inventory and assist with ordering and receiving Communicate with Ticketing Intern on estimated attendance, including party deck numbers for planning purposes Maintain organization and cleanliness of concession areas Assist in brainstorming new and creative concession specials corresponding to the promotional schedule or theme nights Excellent customer service skills and communication skills required Excellent organizational and time management skills to make sure concession areas are prepped efficiently before games Previous food service experience preferred

5 Stadium Operations Internship 2 positions available Game-Day Resonsibilities Manage set-up and operations of merchandise stand, fan services, and kid zone Regularly check in with part time staff in each area Prepare game-day info sheet for staff use Assist with concessions and on-field promotions as needed Assist with team laundry as needed Lead post-game clean-up and tear-down operations Maintain overall organization and cleanliness of ballpark Monitor merchandise inventory and online store Assist with scheduling and management of part-time staff Assist with planning and management of pre-game events and special events at the ball park Help generate new and creative ideas for sales and promotions Excellent communication and customer service skills Excellent time management and organizational skills

6 PR/Media Intern 1 position available Game Day Responsibilities Produce daily stat sheets and rosters for media use and fan handouts Write and distribute nightly game recaps Update team social media accounts throughout the game Manage set-up and preparation of press box for each game Assist press box personnel as needed (PA announcer, scorekeeper, radio broadcaster, etc.) Assist with webcast needs and camera set-up Assist with all pre-game set-up and post-game clean up operations as needed Assist with website/pointstreak updates Write and publish all press releases and feature stories Assist with creating promotional videos and press releases for website and social media Maintain press box organization and cleanliness Excellent writing skills and ability to meet deadlines Strong knowledge of baseball/ability to write game recaps Website design and editing skills a plus